MASERATI QUATTROPORTE

Since its debut in 2003, the Maserati Quattroporte, a car that defined the luxury sport sedan segment, has won the hearts of 20,000 customers worldwide,
winning 50 plus international awards. This marvelous beauty has been crafted by Pininfarina, making it the perfect balance between elegance and sportiness.

This ultimate luxury saloon is the epitome of Italian style. The design of the new Quattroporte reinterprets the characteristics of the classic Maseratis
in a contemporary language. Additionally, its new engines, a V8 delivering 530 bhp and a 410 bhp V6, coupled with an eight speed automatic gearbox by ZF
complete the sixth generation of the new flagship of the Trident marque.

The Skyhook system works together with a highly developed suspension architecture offering front and rear double wishbones with arms and hubs in forged
aluminium, to deliver blistering dynamic handling and sumptuous ride comfort. Anti-dive and anti-squat geometries prevent the nose diving under braking and
the tail-end dipping under acceleration. The Skyhook system delivers automatic damping control too. Acceleration sensors monitor the movements of the
wheels and the car's body, instantly adapting the calibration of the dampers to suit. In fact, Skyhook is a staggering 10 times faster than conventional
systems currently available. It actively controls the suspension's responses and thus the reactions of the car itself. The driver can also choose between
two modes: Normal (for maximum comfort) and Sport (for a more hands-on experience) to suit the style of driving required. The Quattroporte comes with new
20’’ Multi-Trident wheels, as they are now available across the entire range.

The Quattroporte's extraordinary dynamic performance is the direct result of its stunning combination of driving and safety features which offer a perfect
balance of sportiness and comfort. The electronic power steering also offers feather-light handling during slower manoeuvres but becomes gradually more
direct and precise as the car picks up speed.

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What we like

A charismatic, enigmatic luxury sedan from the Italian automaker, Maserati, is the Quattroporte.

In spite of its huge size, its well-designed engines and steering holds the car well with low body roll.

The seating and contouring is extremely comfortable to seat four.

The Quattroporte is a performer that is exclusive and expensive.

What we don't like

For the Maserati Quattroporte to be rated high, it needs a few changes to make it to the must-own segment.

Its low-volume, issues with the trim, wind sound, the high perched driving position and not so supportive seats are a dampener.

It’s very high-price isn’t justifiable as competitors are available for lesser.

Our Verdict

The Italian-made, Maserati Quattroporte is an elegant, performance driven car that is sensible, stylish that also offers a sports car like effect. Interestingly, both Maserati and Ferrari are sister companies metaphorically, speaking. Quattroporte in Italian means ‘four-door’. And this car comes as a 4-door option that is easy to drive and operate with drop-dead classy looks. But even though the car has everything going for it, it is still not rated very high owing to a few niggles that aren’t addressed even in the latest upgraded version and notwithstanding its unimaginably high-price in the Indian market that can only be overcome if the heart rules the head.